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A bottle of tea tree oil
- Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia)
Tea Tree oil comes from the roots of the Melaleuca alternifolia tree. It has a fresh, medicinal scent. It has anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal effects.
Properties
Immunological
Helps fight colds, flu and fungal infections.
Respiratory
Alleviates asthma, bronchitis, sinusitis and coughs.
Urological
Alleviates cystitis, vaginal thrush and urinary tract infections.
Caution
- Tea tree oil may irritate the skin.
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